Seven years after being laughed at during his first United Nations address, President Donald Trump returns to the General Assembly this week with a far different reception.
Once derided by foreign leaders, Trump is now being courted as he reshapes global politics and questions the value of international institutions like the UN.
President Donald Trump climbs aboard Air Force One and is headed to the UN General Assembly in New York City. He will speak Tuesday morning. Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Natalie Harp and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent are accompanying him on the trip. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/ioBBbFT03k
— Katie Pavlich (@KatiePavlich) September 22, 2025
Trump has cut U.S. contributions to the UN, withdrawn from its Human Rights Council, UNESCO, and the World Health Organization, and criticized the body as bloated and ineffective.
His administration argues that global institutions have failed, especially on issues such as Israel, where the UN is backing a two-state solution opposed by Washington.
🚨 NOW: President Trump just boarded AIR FORCE ONE en route to the United Nations in New York City.
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) September 22, 2025
47 has a PACKED day at the UN. He never stops 🔥🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/YSC8JMlMrL
On Tuesday, Trump will meet leaders from Muslim-majority nations to discuss Gaza, as well as allies like the European Commission and Argentina.
His speech is expected to highlight American strength, reject “globalist decay,” and reinforce his vision of direct, leader-to-leader diplomacy.
.@POTUS has arrived in New York City for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly — where he'll deliver must-see remarks in the morning, then hold meetings with world leaders. pic.twitter.com/LdMbLMdr2q
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) September 23, 2025
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